The Efficiency of Steel Building Construction

Best known perhaps for warehouse and factory construction, steel buildings have many other possible applications. Steel column and beam construction has scored high marks on the KZN South Coast across a range of structures including retail shopping and attractive showrooms with office facilities.

Margate Engineering, which is unique in its ability to fabricate heavy structural steel locally, has made its mark on a number of South Coast landmarks. Managing Director Geoff Howard-Tripp say, "Today’s fabricated steel construction gives a freedom of design aesthetics in a way that was unheard of in the past. Additionally, steel structures can significantly cut building costs as construction time can be much faster than conventional building methods. Coupled with the benefits of structural strength, reduced risk of fire and being completely termite proof, it makes sense to consider a fabricated steel structure."

South Coast residents may be familiar with Margate Engineering as a supplier of security hardware and fencing but many may not realise the company’s supporting role in the South Coast building industry as structural steel fabricator for construction of South Coast malls and car dealerships. More can be learned about the company at www.margateengineering.co.za